Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D., F.A.C.C., F.A.C.N., C.N.S., C.B.T., is a board-certified cardiologist, certified bioenergetic psychotherapist, and certified nutrition and anti-aging specialist. He has lectured and facilitated workshops worldwide and has authored several publications and medical periodicals. He has been a featured guest on many national radio and television shows including CNN, MSNBC, Fox on Health, the Dr. Oz, The Doctors, and 700 Club shows, and The Today Show.

Christiane Northrup, M.D.

August 27, 2010 / 9:45 pmStephen Sinatra

Christiane Northrup, M.D., a board-certified ob/gyn, is a visionary pioneer, beloved authority in women’s health and wellness, and the author of the ground breaking New York Times bestsellers, including the newly revised Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom and The Wisdom of Menopause. Her third book, Mother-Daughter Wisdom, was voted Amazon’s #1 book of the 2005 (in two categories).

Her latest books, The Secret Pleasures of Menopause and The Secret Pleasures of Menopause Playbook, teach how to experience joy, pleasure, prosperity, fulfillment, and vibrant health.

Following a 25-year career in both academic medicine and private practice, Dr. Northrup now devotes her time to helping women truly flourish on all levels through tapping into their inner wisdom.

In her article, Bioidentical Hormones: Understanding the Basics, Dr. Christiane Northrup clarifies hormone-replacement for women, bringing to light the differences between natural, synthetic, and bioidentical hormones. She also elucidates ways that patients may partner with their physicians to create individualized hormone-replacement solutions.

In The Secret Ingredient to Jumpstart Thyroid Health, Dr. Northrup discusses the problem of possible “subclinical hypothyroidism” in perimenopausal women. She explains how to recognize symptoms, and provides information about treaments for this “under the radar” condition, as well as lifestyle habits that support healthy thyroid function. Dr. Northrup’s also approaches thyroid health with insight about a connection between the body’s fifth chakra and compromised thyroid function.